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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook 13 is less expensive and offers better portability due to its lighter weight and smaller size, suitable for general use with reasonable performance. However, for more demanding tasks such as 3D rendering, machine learning, gaming, or engineering, the Gigabyte Aorus 17 with a more powerful processor, better GPU, and larger RAM is more appropriate, despite being more expensive and less portable due to its larger size and weight. Both laptops skip a touchscreen, but the Zenbook has an OLED display which typically shows more vibrant colors, while the Aorus has a higher refresh rate beneficial for fast-paced gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 13
- Excellent portability
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 17
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2
8.1
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.3/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook 13 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook 13, with less powerful integrated graphics and a standard screen refresh rate, is less suitable for intensive gaming and 3D tasks compared to the Gigabyte Aorus 17, which boasts a high-end discrete Nvidia GPU and a significantly higher refresh rate that enhances fluidity and response in graphics-intensive scenarios. Additionally, the Aorus 17 is equipped with a more robust CPU and superior screen quality, further cementing its suitability for gaming and 3D applications over the Zenbook 13.
Engineering and Design
7.1
8.4
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook 13 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook 13, with an AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and Vega 8 integrated graphics, offers satisfactory performance for engineering and design tasks, yet it's lighter and more compact, favoring portability. Conversely, the Gigabyte Aorus 17's Intel i7 CPU and Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU make it ideal for more demanding applications, supported by a larger screen and higher RAM, but it's heavier, which impacts its portability.
Screen Quality
7.8
8.0
13.3in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
378.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has a better screen than the Gigabyte Aorus 17 for general use, and engineering and design, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17 has a better screen for gaming and AI, and software development.
In the context of general use, the ASUS Zenbook 13's higher resolution and exceptional brightness ensure crisp and clear visuals, making it preferable for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos. For engineering and design, the Zenbook's superior color accuracy and wider color gamuts enable more precise representations of colors, which is critical for professionals in those fields. Conversely, the Gigabyte Aorus 17's lower refresh rate is less ideal for 3D applications and gaming, where smoother motion and quick screen updates are crucial for an immersive experience.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has 9 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 17 has 6 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Excellent
Fair
13.3in
SIZE
17.3in
2.5 lbs
WEIGHT
5.9 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has excellent portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$890
$1,700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has a price of $890 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17 costs $1,700.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
378.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
9.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.2/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 and ASUS Zenbook 13 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook 13 is good for general use because it's lightweight with a high-quality OLED screen and long battery life, making it portable and convenient for everyday tasks. On the other hand, the Gigabyte Aorus 17, with a more powerful CPU and GPU, as well as more RAM and storage, offers stronger performance suitable for more demanding applications but is less portable and has a shorter battery life.
Content Creation
7.6
8.0
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte Aorus 17 to be very good for content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook 13 is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.3
7.5
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 and ASUS Zenbook 13 are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Build Quality
7.4
7.4
The ASUS Zenbook 13 and Gigabyte Aorus 17 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS Zenbook 13 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook 13 | Gigabyte Aorus 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$890 | $1,700 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2021 | February 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8'' x 0.55'' | 15.7'' x 10'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.55 lbs | 5.95 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.97" | 15.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.99" | 10" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5700U | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 67 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 378 nits | 267 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.4/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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ASUS Zenbook 13
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Sebastian Bade | May 2021
"The Asus ZenBook 13 is a compact 13-inch laptop with a fast Ryzen 7 5800U and OLED display. The subnotebook is also light and the modern design is convincing. The selection of high-quality materials make the device not only light, but also very stable. In addition, the visuals and haptics of the device offers a high-quality impression. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800U is a very good fit for the ZenBook 13, ensuring a high performance in the test. However, in terms of the 3D performance, we also notice that the Vega architecture is beginning to hit its limits."
Gigabyte Aorus 17
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Sascha Mölck | April 2022
"The Gigabyte Aorus 17 is a powerful high-end gaming machine. The Aorus 17 is a potent gaming notebook in a 17.3-inch format designed for FHD gaming at maximum settings. A Core i7-12700H processor and GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPU make this possible. A lightning-fast PCIe 4 SSD (1 TB) provides the necessary storage space and ensures short loading times. With the Aorus 17 XE4, Gigabyte delivers a well-rounded, high-performance gaming notebook."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
About Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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